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Advanced Diploma in Women’s Studies is a post graduate course, which is a combination of various subjects, where women and feminist aspects of the society are taught. The 1-to-2-year diploma program also has subjects which include history of women’s movements, violence on women, women leadership, women rights, and gender and diversity. It analyses areas directly or indirectly related to women such as race, class, sexuality, among others Students are taught the theoretical framework and applied skills for the development of women and gender parity.
Colleges that accept entrance exams vary and it is always good to check with the colleges for their particular requirements. They include Qualifying exams like – State level PU / Class 12 exams in Humanities stream with 50% marks. There are some colleges which permit entrance test scorecards of well known management entrance exams like CAT/MAT/CMAT etc. Others have their own qualifying written test which tests the knowledge, analytical aptitude and general knowledge of the candidate.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | ADWS (Advance Diploma in Woman Studies) |
| Duration | 1-2 years |
| Course Level | Advanced Diploma |
| Eligibility | Graduation (in relevant field), Sociology, Psychology, Gender Studies |
| Top Colleges | JNU (Jawaharlal Nehru University), DU (Delhi University), TISS (Tata Institute of Social Sciences) |
1. The candidate must have passed the bachelor’s degree examination from any recognized university with not less than 50% aggregate marks.
2. Awareness and concern for gender issues and women’s rights and position in contemporary Indian society.
3. While academic education in social sciences and humanities is not obligatory to become a gender expert, one has to somehow grasp the gender theories and points of views.
4. Interpretative skills to assess policies, laws, schemes, and programme herein as regards to women.
5. Ability to communicate effectively to address, lobby and promote the cause of women and their rights.
6. Interest in learning more about the struggles of feminist movements, women’s histories, and present-day issues.
| Specialization | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Gender Studies | ₹300,000 - ₹600,000 |
| Women's Rights | ₹250,000 - ₹500,000 |
| Counseling | ₹200,000 - ₹400,000 |
| Research | ₹250,000 - ₹500,000 |
| Policy Making | ₹300,000 - ₹600,000 |
| Social Work | ₹200,000 - ₹400,000 |
| Education | ₹250,000 - ₹500,000 |
| Community Development | ₹300,000 - ₹600,000 |
| Health and Wellness | ₹250,000 - ₹500,000 |
